When people tell you that you're smart, they aren't actually referring to your IQ or anything like that. What people actually equate with smartness is effortless success. When all the other kids are sweating and trying hard, you're waltzing through the work, and it's easy for you, because you're smart. When other people have to study for tests, you don't have to, because you're smart. You don't have to work hard for the success to come.
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